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Entry/Exit Requirements

Last verified: Sep 04, 2026

Entry Requirements at a Glance

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PassportRequirementTypical stayApproval Rate
Australia eVisa 30 days —
Bangladesh eVisa 30 days —
Brazil eVisa 30 days —
Canada eVisa 30 days —
China Visa not required 90 days —
Germany eVisa 30 days —
India eVisa 30 days —
Nigeria Visa not required 90 days —
Philippines Visa not required 30 days —
Singapore Visa not required 14 days —
United Arab Emirates Visa not required 90 days —
United Kingdom eVisa 30 days —
United States of America eVisa 30 days —
Vietnam eVisa 30 days —

Sourced from live visa requirement data. Provided for general guidance only and may not reflect the latest rule changes — confirm with the relevant embassy or consulate before booking travel.

A passport and visa are required. Visas are not routinely available at the airport. Visitors to Benin should also carry the WHO Yellow Card (“Carte Jaune”) indicating that they have been vaccinated for yellow fever. Visit the Embassy of Benin website for the most current visa information. The Embassy is located at: 2124 Kalorama Road, NW, Washington, D.C. 20008; Telephone:  202-232-6656.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Benin.

Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.

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Population: 12,123,200


Total Land Area: 112,760 km2


Population/km2: 107.51


Official Visa Info: Direction de l'Émigration et de l'Immigration